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Recession leads to rise in injury claims

The number of personal injury claims that have risen during one of the worst economic periods of modern times is no coincidence. Workplace injuries are rising with a number of factors that could be behind the rise, including costs associated with health and safety becoming a lower priority in a struggling business, and the increased financial hardship making people more inclined to claim when injured.

Compensation for workplace injuries can often cost a business several thousand pounds, and could potentially put a significant hole in a company’s finances. Average current levels of compensation for industrial injuries include up to £24,500 for vibration white finger, and up to £16,000 for a moderate foot injury.

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